CPI-U in 2017
The U.S. Consumer Price Index for All Urban Consumers (CPI-U) averaged 245.120 in 2017 (1982–84 = 100), 2.1% above the 2016 average. From December 2016 to December 2017, prices rose 2.1%. Prices in August 2026 were 1.37 times their 2017 level.
Monthly CPI-U index values, 2017
The highest monthly index in 2017 was 246.819 (September), the lowest 242.839 (January). The 12-month inflation rate ranged from +1.6% in June to +2.7% in February. Historical context — The low-inflation decade (2010–2020): Inflation mostly ran below 2.5% a year.
| Month | CPI-U index | Change from prior month | 12-month change |
|---|---|---|---|
| January 2017 | 242.839 | +0.6% | +2.5% |
| February 2017 | 243.603 | +0.3% | +2.7% |
| March 2017 | 243.801 | +0.1% | +2.4% |
| April 2017 | 244.524 | +0.3% | +2.2% |
| May 2017 | 244.733 | +0.1% | +1.9% |
| June 2017 | 244.955 | +0.1% | +1.6% |
| July 2017 | 244.786 | −0.1% | +1.7% |
| August 2017 | 245.519 | +0.3% | +1.9% |
| September 2017 | 246.819 | +0.5% | +2.2% |
| October 2017 | 246.663 | −0.1% | +2.0% |
| November 2017 | 246.669 | 0.0% | +2.2% |
| December 2017 | 246.524 | −0.1% | +2.1% |
CPI-U, U.S. city average, all items, not seasonally adjusted, 1982–84 = 100 (BLS series CUUR0000SA0). Before 2007 the BLS published the index to one decimal place. Annual average 245.120 as published by the BLS.
CPI 2017: common questions
What was the CPI in 2017?
The CPI-U annual average for 2017 was 245.120 on the 1982–84 = 100 base. Monthly values ranged from 242.839 to 246.819.
What was the inflation rate in 2017?
Measured by annual averages, consumer prices rose 2.1% in 2017; December to December the change was +2.1%.
How much is $100 from 2017 worth today?
About $136.66 in August 2026 prices, based on the change in CPI-U. Use the inflation calculator for other amounts.